Origin
Cottage Grove, WI
Evening in Cottage Grove on Sunday
Local time
6:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cottage Grove, WI to New Berlin, WI
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
62.2 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
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6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cottage Grove, WI
Tom Fisk
New Berlin, WI
Esteban Arango
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Cottage Grove to New Berlin, expect a straightforward journey covering 62.2 miles. You can easily complete this drive in about 1 hour and 11 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budgeting roughly $9 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since both locations are situated within the Midwest, the transition between these two Wisconsin communities is seamless and efficient. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major thoroughfares, ensuring a predictable travel experience that requires no overnight stops.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
31.1 miles from Cottage Grove, WI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 62.2-mile trek is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 90% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch involves 55.8 miles of cruising on I-94. The route feels functional and direct, moving you efficiently across the region. As you approach the end of the journey, the highway environment gives way to local navigation through South Moorland Road and South Main Street. Expect a steady, consistent pace behind the wheel that prioritizes speed and convenience over rural scenery.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 55.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and South Moorland Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 11m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.6 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Enter roundabout toward I 94 East: Milwaukee
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward I 94 East: Milwaukee
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
58.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 301A-B
Toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
7
58.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
3
58.9 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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CTH O / South Moorland Road
Turn straight onto CTH O / South Moorland Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 55.8 mi | 59m |
| South Moorland Road | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| County Highway N | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West National Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 55.8 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cottage Grove, WI and New Berlin, WI.
1
Start on CTH N
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
2
Continue on CTH N
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway N
3
Enter roundabout
14 ft
·
0 sec
Toward I 94 East: Milwaukee
4
Continue
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 94 East: Milwaukee
5
Merge onto I 94
56 mi
·
59 min
·
I 94
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 301A-B
Toward I 94 East Alternate: Moorland Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
183 ft
·
4 sec
Toward I 94 Alternate East: New Berlin
Use the right lane.
8
Turn straight onto CTH O
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
South Moorland Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Arrive at destination
West National Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, efficient drive, you have the flexibility to plan your departure based on your personal schedule rather than worrying about lengthy travel fatigue. Aim to avoid peak commute hours when navigating the transition onto local roads like South Moorland Road, as traffic density can increase near your destination. Since the entire trip takes just over an hour, you likely won't need to plan for scheduled rest stops unless you prefer to break up the drive. Keep your $9 fuel budget in mind when filling up before you leave Cottage Grove to ensure you have enough to reach New Berlin without a mid-trip detour. This route is all about simplicity, so take advantage of the direct interstate access to keep your travel time to a minimum.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 31.1 miles from Cottage Grove, WI, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 62.2 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.1 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Berlin, WI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cottage Grove, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cottage Grove, WI
This is one driving day of about 62.2 miles and 1h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cottage Grove, WI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 55.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.1 mi from Cottage Grove, WI · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 62.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Cottage Grove, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Berlin, WI
The final approach into New Berlin, WI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around New Berlin, WI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.45 one way
$18.90 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.41 | $20.83 |
| premium | $4.80 | $11.74 | $23.48 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.53 | $2.99 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.44 | $2.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.71 | $3.98 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
New Berlin, WI
Evening in New Berlin on Sunday
Local time
6:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
12 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 11m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Cottage Grove, WI to New Berlin, WI covers 62.2 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, South Moorland Road, South Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.1 miles from Cottage Grove, WI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.45 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 1h 11m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.6 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 58.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Cottage Grove, WI to New Berlin, WI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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